Still an Inspiration

[DCBluesman]

Well they built the Titanic to be one of a kind, but many ships have ruled the seas
They built the Eiffel Tower to stand alone, but they could build another if they please
Taj Mahal, the pyramids of Egypt, are unique I suppose
But when they built you, brother, they broke the mold

Now the world is filled with many wonders under the passing sun
And sometimes something comes along and you know it's for sure the only one
The Mona Lisa, the David, the Sistine Chapel, Jesus, Mary, and Joe
And when they built you, brother, they broke the mold

When they built you, brother, they turned dust into gold
When they built you, brother, they broke the mold

They say you can't take it with you, but I think that they're wrong
'Cause all I know is I woke up this morning, and something big was gone
Gone into that dark ether where you're still young and hard and cold
Just like when they built you, brother, they broke the mold


Now your death is upon us and we'll return your ashes to the earth
And I know you'll take comfort in knowing you've been roundly blessed and cursed
But love is a power greater than death, just like the songs and stories told
And when she built you, brother, she broke the mold

That attitude's a power stronger than death, alive and burning her stone cold
When they built you, brother...

(Copyright Bruce Springsteen)
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[mbroberg]

I never had the pleasure of "Knowing" Eagle. I found the IAP after he was gone. However, he has taught me a great deal. He truly is, "Still an inspiration". Anyone who would like to learn from a very gifted artist need only do an advanced search for posts made by
ctEaglesc You will not be sorry you did.

His legacy lives on through the IAP!

 

[altaciii]

Well put, Lou. A fitting tribute.

 

[skiprat]

Thanks for posting this Lou.

I was fortunate enough to meet both Eagle and Lou a few years ago and although it was only a short visit, it's a time I hope I never forget.
Love him or hate him, there was no denying that he knew his stuff!!!
I'm honoured to have been able to call him a friend.:wink:

And congrats on your Multi Special Day too, Lou!!!! I hope you have booked a table somewhere special!!!!:wink:

 

[GaryMGg]

Thanks Lou.
Just as I opened this thread, the sun broke through and is shining here.
Eagle, you're lookin' in upon me, ain't'cha?

Lou, I hear good news for you. Congratulations.

Happy 4th of July America. Long live Freedom.

 

[Monty]

Never had the pleasure to meet him in person, but spoke to him numerous times on the phone. He was a great inspiration to many.

 

[wood-of-1kind]

Still miss him, but his memory goes on.

 

[IPD_Mrs]

After an overly long period of not turning how fitting that this weekend we found some time to enjoy our passion for turning once again. We have a gauze covered blank, constructed by the master himself, just begging to be exposed from it's CA and gauze windings.

I miss our marathon phone conversations and still cherish the time we were blessed to spend with him in Chicago. And as always on our trips to Key West, we will think of you while trolling Mallory Square.

Ed thanks for that introduction so long ago.
And Lou Happy 1st.

 

[IPD_Mrs]

Here is a teaser of the master's work. Check back later for the completed masterpiece. Many thanks to Lynn (Eagle's widow) for making this journey possible.

 

[ed4copies]

I do miss him--often.

He shared much!

and with me, he tolerated my equally-strong opinions.

He was a "rare bird"!!

 

[OKLAHOMAN]

Lou, brought a tear to my eye and a smile to my lips at the same time. Today is a day we celebrate his life. I do miss those Friday night calls, and again on Sunday afternoon to find out if the show went well.
But today is also a special day for you and Amy, happy anniversary to both of you...

 

[DCBluesman]

Thanks to each of you for the well wishes. As for my being inspired, here is the result.

Aspen with dyed veneer "feathers".

Thank you for looking and a special thank to those who comment or critique.

 

[ldb2000]

Awesome work Lou , and congrats .

 

[OKLAHOMAN]

Lou wonderful job of matching up the feathers top to bottom.
Damn that's memories brouht back, I came close to taking Eagles Axis antler feather blank this week out to the shop......not this year. This might be the last blank he worked on and I just can't bring myself to turn it.

 

[IPD_Mrs]

As promised here is the completed teaser. When we received it all you saw was a round little log covered in gauze soaked CA. I believe this was one of the last feathers Eagle completed. He was trying to get the blank and the fill between the aluminum to match so it looked as if the aluminum was the only inlay part. I think he accomplished this well. Sorry for the horrible photo, but I wanted to make sure this was posted as promised. I forgot how time consuming this was to turn. 3-4 passes with a skew then off to the wet sharpener. A better photo to follow in a day or two. That is if I can get it out of Linda's hands long enough to photograph, this is her cherished prize. I was happy to be able to turn it for her without blowing it up. All those hours on the phone with Eagle paid off.

Thank you to Lynn Prisavage and of course Eagle watching over me as I turned this and reminding me to keep adding CA as I turned.

 

[bbuis]

After hearing mom and dad talk about him so much I wish I had met him also.

 

[bbuis]

Very nice pen Lou. Hopefully someday mine will look as great as your and the folks.

 

[CSue]

Thanks for the memory of a great man.

Stunning! That's the only word I can think of looking at your pen. I'm sure Eagle's proud.

And Happy Anniversary.

 

[DCBluesman]

As promised here is the completed teaser. When we received it all you saw was a round little log covered in gauze soaked CA. I believe this was one of the last feathers Eagle completed. He was trying to get the blank and the fill between the aluminum to match so it looked as if the aluminum was the only inlay part. I think he accomplished this well. Sorry for the horrible photo, but I wanted to make sure this was posted as promised. I forgot how time consuming this was to turn. 3-4 passes with a skew then off to the wet sharpener. A better photo to follow in a day or two. That is if I can get it out of Linda's hands long enough to photograph, this is her cherished prize. I was happy to be able to turn it for her without blowing it up. All those hours on the phone with Eagle paid off.

Thank you to Lynn Prisavage and of course Eagle watching over me as I turned this and reminding me to keep adding CA as I turned.

You did him proud, Mike!

 

[tim self]

I only wish I would have come here earlier to meet this great man.

 

[Paul in OKC]

He is missed. As Roy and I did lunch yesterday we talked a bit about Eagle and the times talking with him. I did not as much as some, but fortunate enough to consider him a good friend. Thanks Lou.

 

[OKLAHOMAN]

Always enjoy lunch when we meet, talking pens seems always to lead to talking about Eagle to those of us who were fortunate enough to know him....

 

[lynn p]

thank you all for the very kind words about him. Mike and Linda you did a beautiful job on the blank I sent you and made it into a more beautiful pen. I still miss him. Lou and Amy I want to wish you both a very Happy belated Anniversary. Thank you also for the lovely poem.

 

[Lenny]

I never had the pleasure of "Knowing" Eagle. I found the IAP after he was gone. However, he has taught me a great deal. He truly is, "Still an inspiration". Anyone who would like to learn from a very gifted artist need only do an advanced search for posts made by
ctEaglesc You will not be sorry you did.

His legacy lives on through the IAP!

Lou,
Thank You for posting this,
and
Mike,
Thank you for the search suggestion...
It's obvious that a part of him lives on here in the ones who were fortunate enough to have known him.